Almean: Malaysian Food, Language & Everyday Culture
Sourced guides with regional context and clear limitations
When it comes to coffee culture, the first thing that comes to your mind may be Italian espresso, American iced latte, or Nordic hand-brewed coffee. But if you think the soul of coffee is in Europe and the United States, then this article may refresh your cognition. In Southeast Asia, there is a country that…
“Do all Malaysians live in trees?”When you hear this question, you might think the other person is joking. But in fact, such stereotypes are still circulating on the Internet, and are even regarded as “facts” by some people who don’t understand Southeast Asian culture. This is not only ridiculous, but also exposes extreme ignorance of…
Traveling abroad is an experience that many people dream of, and with the prevalence of social media today, recording every moment of the journey seems to have become a “standard feature”. Checking in at the airport, taking selfies on the plane, and even some people want to capture the moment of going through customs and…
When you walk into a Southeast Asian market and see piles of golden tropical fruits, you may wonder: Is it a pineapple, a pineapple, or a pineapple? Behind these names, there is not only a language difference, but also a culture and history that spans the ocean. This article will take you from its botanical…